Schmitz Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schmitz Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in West Bend, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,600 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $8,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$12,600
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$8,500
- Assets$263,328
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $13,000 the year before.
75% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,000 | 2 | $258,644 |
| 2024 | $12,600 | 4 | $263,328 |
How to apply
Schmitz Family Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Schmitz Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $8,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,500 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Evans Scholars Foundation | To assist in providing scholarships to caddies for college. | $8,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | To provide spiritual and physical aid around the world | $3,500 |
| Blue Lotus Center | To provide a retreat with stimulating and beneficial activities for those individuals facing challenges | $500 |
| Lake Country Academy | To support educational opportunities in sheboygan county | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan Schmitz
- Cindy Schmitz
- Matthew Schmitz
- Michael Schmitz
- Robert Schmitz
Questions people ask
Does Schmitz Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schmitz Family Charitable Foundation give?
$12,600 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Schmitz Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alan Schmitz (President, Treasurer and Director), Cindy Schmitz (Vice-President, Secretary and Director), Matthew Schmitz (Director) and Michael Schmitz (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Schmitz Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.